[Hiring] Respiratory Therapist Telehealth @Owens & Minor
This description is a summary of our understanding of the job description. Click on 'Apply' button to find out more. Role Description Assists in the treatment and management of patients with clinical needs. • Provides Telehealth instruction to patients and/or caregivers on the proper use of certain equipment and/or respiratory care procedures. • Provides virtual follow-ups for patients and/or caregivers on the proper use of certain equipment and/or respiratory care procedures. • Ensures patients and/or caregivers can effectively operate and maintain equipment. • Performs Telehealth follow-ups on patients, and when appropriate involves local branch support. • Prepares and maintains a record for each patient containing all pertinent information, care plans, physician prescriptions and follow-up documentation. • Responsible for accurate data entry on monitoring device portals for certain respiratory equipment. • Consults with referring physician regarding patient treatment, medical condition, and Plan of Care. • Participates in ongoing education and training sessions regarding respiratory patient care. • Assist with patient scheduling as needed. • Performs other duties as required. Qualifications • Graduate of an accredited program for respiratory therapy is required. • Registration or certification by the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC). • When state(s) requires an RCP license to allow the practice of respiratory therapy, holds a current RCP license in the state of practice (including where RCP is located when providing telehealth) and states where the patient is located at the time healthcare services are provided. • Hold all applicable licensure in good standing for all states of practice. Requirements • Meets company minimum standard of Background Check. • Strong interpersonal and teamwork skills. • Ability to multi-task effectively. • Ability to communicate effectively in person, on the phone and electronically. • Successful completion of Apria's respiratory therapy orientation and competency evaluation program. • Ability to use electronic hand held device. • Proficient in Microsoft Office programs. • Basic printing/faxing/scanning skills. • English (reading, writing, verbal). Preferred Qualifications • At least one year related experience is preferred. Physical Demands • Uses hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, or crouch; talk or hear. • Uses computer and telephone equipment. • Specific vision requirements include close vision and distance vision. • Must be able to travel by plane and automobile (if applicable). • This is a stationary position that requires frequent sitting or standing, repetitive wrist motions, grasping, speaking, listening, close vision, color vision, and the ability to adjust focus. Work Environment • The noise level in the work environment varies based on the locations or activities proximate to which can range from low to high. • Temperature ranges from normal indoor climate-controlled environment in buildings. • General lighting is provided via fluorescent lighting indoors, and natural lighting outdoors, and low light conditions consistent with outdoor and/or night working environment. Benefits • Medical, dental, and vision insurance, available on first working day. • 401(k), eligibility after one year of service. • Employee stock purchase plan. • Tuition reimbursement. Apply tot his job